Strawberry Balsamic Salad

Who needs artificial sugar when your strawberries already taste like candy?! During these warmer months, my body tends to crave more salads and smoothies - our bodies are smart that way and just crave what's in season! Whether you're adding some protein and making it your main dish, or you're keeping it as is and …

Pesto Quinoa and Tofu

Simple. Warm. Cozy. Who doesn't like that? After recently traveling through Italy for two weeks, pesto gives me strong Italy vibes and brings back so many wonderful memories. I find nostalgia in many different foods for many different reasons, so here's a new addition to the list! What I love about this recipe is that …

Plant Protein Powered Greek Salad

As a kid, I used to be a SUPER picky eater. We're talking french toast, pizza, and hot dogs as my go to choices. If I ever had a salad, it would most likely be a caesar salad or a greek salad if I was feeling adventurous. I remember my mom telling me that my …

Cacao Peanut Butter Smoothie Bowl

Smoothie bowl recipe with cacao health benefits.

Roasted Chickpeas

Delicious and versatile, roasted chickpeas have been one of my favorites. After trying this recipe, add them to a salad, a quinoa/rice/sweet potato bowl, tacos, or eat them solo as a snack!   Ingredients: 1 15.5 oz can Garbanzo Beans (chickpeas) Coconut Oil Spray (I use trader joes brand) Himalayan Salt Black Pepper Garlic Powder …

Blueberry Spiralized Yam Waffles

Ingredients -1 large yam -1 1/2 cup frozen (or fresh) blueberries (save 1/2 cup for adding on top) -1 flax egg -3 tbsp sliced almonds -1 tbsp chia seeds -1 tbsp cinnamon -1 tbsp maple syrup -1 tsp vanilla Directions Spiralize your yam (if you don't have a spiralizer, I bought a pretty cheap one …

Berry Coconut Oatmeal

  Ingredients 1 cup dry rolled oats 3/4 to 1 cup frozen mixed berries 1/4 cup reduced fat cannced coconut milk (I used trader joes) 1 cup unsweetened cashew milk (3/4 added to dry oats, 1/4 cup warmed for putting on top once cooked) 1 cup water stevia Unsweetened shredded coconut   Directions 1. Combine …

(Spicy) Garlic Mushroom & Zuc Quinoa

Ingredients 1 cup dry Quinoa 3 Zucchini 1 cup Sliced Mushrooms Sea Salt Black Pepper 2 tbsp Minced Garlic Rosemary Coconut Oil Spray (trader joes) or Olive Oil Sriracha (optional if you like heat)   Directions: Add 2 cups of water to your dry quinoa and cook under high heat. Once the water comes to a boil, …

What’s in my Grocery Cart?

I've had friends, family, and clients ask what I typically eat throughout the day and what they should buy when they go grocery shopping. When it comes to food, I have items I buy in bulk that I don't have to replenish each week (grains, nuts, seeds), and items I know I'll have to replace …

Zucchini Pizza Bites

When you're craving pizza and want something healthier and QUICK, this recipe is PERFECT. I saw this idea a few years ago (nope I can't take full credit for this one) and loved it when I actually tried it for the first time last year. Here's what you'll need and how to do it:   Ingredients: …